Your English-language guide to Mali's news landscape — clear, credible and up to date.
Your English-language guide to Mali's news landscape — clear, credible and up to date.
Tragedy has once again struck the roads of northern Mali. On Tuesday, April 14, 2026, a civilian transport truck fell victim to an improvised explosive device (IED) in the vicinity of Aguelhok, located in the heart of the Kidal region. A violent blast with severe consequences The explosion was extremely powerful, underscoring the ongoing security […]
In the heart of Burkina Faso’s northern region, tensions reached a critical point on a recent Wednesday morning. Reports confirm violent clashes erupted near Gorbla, a small but strategically vital settlement close to Ouahigouya, one of the country’s most significant urban centers in the north. Jihadist offensive targets local defense positions According to statements released […]
Gabon is currently experiencing significant controversy surrounding recently introduced social media regulations. An ordinance, dated February 26th but only publicly disclosed last week, has ignited widespread concern. Central to this debate is Article 4, which explicitly prohibits the use of pseudonyms online. Under these new directives, all social media users must be clearly identifiable, providing […]
The opposition political entity, « Les Démocrates », officially extended its republican congratulations to the Romuald Wadagni – Mariam Chabi Talata duo on April 14, 2026, following their successful bid for the presidency of Bénin. In their communiqué, this significant opposition force to President Patrice Talon’s administration also articulated a set of aspirations for the […]
Just weeks after Faustin Archange Touadéra’s inauguration, which ushered in the Seventh Republic, Martin Ziguélé, a former head of government and prominent leader of the MLPC, has once again spoken out. His intervention comes amidst a highly charged political atmosphere, where tensions between the ruling power and the opposition remain notably high in the Central […]
FC Barcelona’s aspirations in the Champions League came to an end in the quarter-finals, despite securing a 2-1 away victory in the second leg against Atlético Madrid. Having faced a 2-0 deficit from the initial encounter, the Catalan giants ultimately failed to reverse their fortunes, with winger Raphinha notably voicing strong criticism regarding the officiating. […]
General Abdourahamane Tiani is reportedly engaged in a high-stakes effort to stabilize Niger, confronting a pervasive terrorist threat while simultaneously addressing growing discontent within his own military ranks. The head of Niger’s transitional government is navigating treacherous waters, employing a strategy that blends clandestine negotiations near Say with a robust reassertion of control over the […]
Three names—Aisha, Juliana, and Hauwa—echo the untold stories of women whose lives were shattered by Boko Haram’s reign of terror in Nigeria. Their experiences, rarely heard amid headlines of mass abductions, reveal the brutal reality of captivity, forced marriages, and the enduring scars left behind. For Aisha, April 2014 began like any other evening in […]
Bamako – To mark World Health Day 2026, themed “Unite for Health. Support Science,” the World Health Organization (WHO) is highlighting the work of dedicated professionals using scientific advancement to transform lives across the African Region. Dr. Bintou Dembélé, a physician and public health specialist, has spent years at the forefront of the fight against […]
Tensions remain high following the conclusion of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final, with the controversial decision by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Appeals Committee still drawing sharp criticism. On March 17, the committee awarded Morocco a 3-0 victory by administrative decision, overturning Senegal’s 1-0 win on the field. In response, the […]
Mali’s post-coup leadership has repositioned the country as a sovereign actor on the global stage, moving away from traditional Western partners while forging new ties with countries like Russia and the UAE. This strategy, marketed as a reclaiming of national autonomy, has instead revealed the limitations of transactional partnerships in fragile states. Despite diversifying alliances, […]
Nearly three months after the initial events, the CAN 2025 final continues to fuel significant controversy. On January 18 in Rabat, Senegal initially secured a 1-0 victory against Morocco after extra time. However, on March 17, the Confédération africaine de football (CAF) overturned this result, ultimately awarding Morocco a 3-0 win by forfeit. To justify […]
